Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina
96 Imaging
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97 Imaging
38 Features
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Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 100 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 91g - 87 x 54 x 21mm
- Released June 2013

Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the Efina (14MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD780 IS was unveiled 5 years earlier than the Efina which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SD780 IS scores against the Efina for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS & Pentax Efina. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD780 IS Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Pentax Efina
SD780 IS | Efina |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Canon SD780 IS
Efina | SD780 IS | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 52 months |
Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Pentax Efina
SD780 IS | Efina | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD780 IS features physical dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).
Look at the Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD780 IS and the Efina.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SD780 IS and Efina is 96 and 97 respectively.

Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD780 IS and Efina.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax Efina to result in more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged SD780 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax Efina Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Pentax Efina | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Pentax Efina |
Also called | Digital IXUS 100 IS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2013-06-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-100mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 20cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) | 91 grams (0.20 pounds) |
Dimensions | 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $10 |